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Description

The iconic NELSON 44 designed by TT Boat Designs is synonymous with pilots the world over and continues to pacify the sea in all its moods. These craft are required to operate when most wouldn't even contemplate going to sea - their sea keeping prowess is indisputable. 'Rival' was commissioned by the Port of Jersey and constructed to their specification in 1979 completed by Guernsey Boat Builders. A major refit was undertaken in 2001 and new Volvo D9 engines were installed 2010 (circa 5500hrs). Maintained in Code under MECAL (last survey Nov. 2025) to MCA Cat. 2 (60 miles FSH) with pilot boat endorsement operating from St. Helier Jersey. British Registration (Part 1)

Specifications

Accommodation

From forward: Chain locker with watertight door. FOREPEAK storage area extending to forward engine room door with sea toilet (S) and some shelving above. Chequer plate central floors and emergency ladder access to deck via an aluminium hatch. ENGINE ROOM with central floor providing easy access for day to day maintenance, sound insulation to upper areas and a 'soft patch' for engine removal. This engine room exhibits signs of regular and careful maintenance presenting a clean and functional layout. Glass top sea chests and fuel filter systems are strategically located for easy access. Steps to: WHEELHOUSE with helm console to port housing engine instrumentation, controls and navigational instruments all close at hand from the helmsman's suspension seat. The crew position (S) has a similar seat arrangement. A dogged fire door to the engine room is central within the forward bulkhead. Additional passenger seating is by way of a bench (S) extending to the rear wheelhouse bulkhead with a small 'dickie' seat (P) and a large charting area with appropriate lockers on both sides. Central access to the after DECK AREA designed for ease of passage to the outer areas. Hadrian rails and stainless steel inboard rails extend down each side of the cabin superstructure to an 'island' position forward of the raised cabin. The deck is flush to gunwale with outer rubber foot rail running the length of the deck. A man overboard recovery crane is fitted at the transom adjacent to a boarding ladder. This vessel has heavy 'D' section fendering substantiated at the working contact points with additional protection at the quarters. Signal mast with angled supports / stays and radar mount.

Equipment

Electric Windlass
Anchor, Warp & Chain
Deck mounted M o B Crane
Transom Boarding Ladder
Stainless Steel Deck Rails
Hadrian type security rails

Navigation Equipment

GARMIN 1200 Series Radar
GARMIN 1200 Series GPS/Cart Plotter
FURUNO AIS
SAILOR VHF radio + ICOM
FURUNO FCV 665 Colour Sounder
GARMIN GM10 Compass

Engine(s)

VOLVO D9 rated at 425 bhp each driving through TWIN DISC gearboxes with conventional shafts and propellers. Engines and gearboxes were newly installed 2010 (Eng. Hrs circa 5500hrs)
Alternator Voltage: 24 volt
Performance: Max: 23 knots @ 2200rpm Cruise: 20 knots @ 2000rpm
Consumption: 200 L/hr @ 2200rpm 116 L/hr @ 2000rpm
Tanks: GRP integral to the hull

Electrics

24 Volt operating systems served by 80 amp alternators

Safety Equipment

Life Raft - 8 Man (in date)
2 x Life Buoys
Jasons Cradle
Radar Reflector
Deck illumination
Coding compliance equipment to MCA Cat. 2

Disclaimer

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